Quality Technician

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Daily Testing Work:

• Perform sampling inspections of incoming raw and auxiliary materials; record and archive the data.
• Conduct reliability testing as per the inspection plan, track the experimental process, provide feedback on results, and maintain records and reports.

2. Document Management:

• Organize, archive, and update test records, reports, and methods.
• Assist QA specialists with quarterly document reviews.
• Report and manage expired records, reports, and MSDS in a timely manner.

3. Instrument and Equipment Management:

• Follow laboratory management protocols.
• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and calibration of testing equipment.
• Support equipment acceptance, metrological verification, reference material control, and waste disposal.

4. 6S Management:

• Implement the laboratory’s 6S management system (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety).
• Address review and audit findings, and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Handle emergencies in accordance with the organization’s emergency plans.

5. Consumables Management:

• Oversee the storage, labeling, and inventory of laboratory consumables.
• Update the consumables ledger regularly and request restocking when needed.

6. Skills Management:

• Operate testing machines proficiently and stay updated on testing methods and standards.
• Provide suggestions for improving existing testing techniques.
• Participate in technical training, skills assessments, and meet qualification requirements.

7. Improvement and Innovation:

• Identify and propose job improvement projects.
• Actively collaborate with other departments on company-wide improvement and innovation initiatives.

8. ISO System Management:

• Ensure compliance with management system regulations and technical standards to maintain system efficiency.
• Implement corrective and preventive measures following audits and reviews.

9. Other Duties:

• Participate in training sessions and team-building activities to enhance professional skills.
• Regularly provide constructive suggestions to support the company’s growth and development.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in data management or similar or equivalent work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in statistical methods, including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and time series analysis
• Expertise in using data analysis software like SQL, R, Python, or other relevant tools to manipulate and analyze large datasets.
• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
• Strong knowledge of Key Performance Indicators (KPI s)
• Computer literacy
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Positive working attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize

Working conditions:

• Works in a manufacturing and warehouse environment
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• May be required to work after hours and on weekends or holidays

Physical requirements:

• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities